8.03.2009

How Are You Influencing?

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This Week's Topic: How Are You Influencing?
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This Week's Topic: How Are You Influencing?

Dear Friend,
"You don't have to be a "person of influence" to be influential. In fact, the most influential people in my life are probably not even aware of the things they've taught me" ~Scott Adams
"We all take different paths in life, but no matter where we go, we take a little of each other everywhere." ~Unknown
Last week I asked you to consider the question, "Who Are You Influencing?" What did you come up with? How did it go? My list included family - parents, siblings, fiancée - friends, colleagues, and even perhaps you dear reader. I was amazed how large, really, our sphere of influence can be. I'm touched that my influence has grown and yet humbled. Just think about all of your family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors - create a list person by person, if you haven't yet had the time to do so.
Next I want you to consider the question, "How Are You Influencing?" In what ways do your thoughts, your words and your actions influence those on your list?
Consider your thoughts - do you think lovingly about your people? Do you pray for them and send them silent well wishes?
Now let's turn to your words - do you speak as kindly to your people as you would speak to the President? Do you use your words to glorify or to tear down those around you?
Lastly, let's look at your actions - in whole are they used to lead and guide those around you? Are your actions reflective of the person you aspire to be?
Make It Happen
This week take time to review the list of people you influence and consider with each one how your your thoughts, your words and your actions influence them. See what you come up with - who you build up and who you could bolster even more. Remember the magnitude of your influence over others and take care to honor those on "your list!"
Blessings to you,
Margaret.
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